Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Assessing how Hepatitis B affects Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Official title: The Impact of Hepatitis B Virus Infection on the Clinical Course of Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Egyptian Patients

Run by Tanta University · NCT06881238 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to see how having hepatitis B affects the symptoms and treatment outcomes for people with inflammatory bowel disease in Egypt.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment162 (estimated)
SponsorTanta University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Tanta, Gharbyea)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 1, 2024
Main results expectedMay 30, 2025
Study endsJune 10, 2025
Registry record updatedMarch 18, 2025
Trial IDNCT06881238 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years old diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease.

Probably not a fit

Patients under 18 years old or those unwilling to participate will not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to evaluate the influence of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection on the clinical course and outcomes of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) among Egyptian patients. Researchers will compare various aspects of IBD, including its extent, location, severity, and behavior, between patients with and without HBV infection. Data will be collected through patient history, clinical examinations, laboratory tests, abdominal ultrasounds, and endoscopic evaluations. The study focuses on understanding the relationship between these two conditions to improve patient management.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the understanding of how HBV impacts IBD, leading to better treatment strategies for affected patients.

How similar studies have gone: While the specific relationship between HBV and IBD is less explored, similar observational studies have provided insights into the interactions between viral infections and autoimmune diseases.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Male or female patients older than 18 years.
* Patients with IBD are diagnosed by clinical, radiological, endoscopic, and histological criteria.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients aged \< 18 years
* Unwilling to participate in our study

Where it's running

  • Tanta University Hospitals
    Tanta, Gharbyea, Egypt
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.